Michigan State University Top Questions

I think that college is most important for finding your own identity. Take the time to figure out who are and where you want to be.

Move away from home! College is about life lessons, not just book learning.

Find something that fits your personality. Don't go far away from home just for the sake of getting away from your parents, if you're uncomfortable in new situations, it's good to have someone to talk to.

Attend a smaller/cheaper school (where credits will transfer) to take your core classes. Try to find what you really enjoy doing while at that school. Once you know what you want transfer to the school of your choice. You'll save a lot of money and already know what you like to do.

Don't worry about what you think is best for your child, let you child pick what is best for his/her. It's their life now.

Choose the right size; don't get in over your head; beware what a smile can hide

Find what school you feel most comfortable with

When deciding to go to Michigan State University I was scared to go to a big school. I graduated high school with 60 people in my class, so for me to go to a campus that had 45,000 people was intimidating. All I can say to new college students is never judge a book by its cover. You never know until you try it, and that is what I learned because I love this campus. It truly is small at heart, even though it may looks big.

I would tell both parents and students to pick the colege that fits your interests best. Whether it 's academics, or partying you will decide how the experence is for you. Also look at the award letters that the schools send you so you can best see how your going to be able to pay for your education, because many schools change loan programs at the last minute and wont tell you until its close to the start of the semester.

Students need to visit each college they are considering. Even though the asthetics of a university or college is not the most important factor, the type of environment a student will spend the next 4 years of their life is crucial. The college experience is all about thriving: academically and socially. To get the most out of their college years, students must be balanced. It is important to get the most out of your college education but it is also important to grow socially and learn the people skills that are needed in almost any line of work. Students need to find a college or university where they feel comfortable and where they can blossom in all aspects of their lives.